Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Texas
Texas's average residential electricity rate is 15.9¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 22nd cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $17.40 per month.
Per hour
2.4¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.57
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$17.40
109 kWh
Per year
$209
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Texas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.29 | $8.70 | $104 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.57 | $17.40 | $209 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.14 | $34.80 | $418 |
Texas vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a refrigerator in Texas?
At Texas's current average residential rate of 15.9¢/kWh (July 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.57 per day, $17.40 per month, or $209 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Texas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Texas's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $17.40 per month here versus $20.03 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Texas right now?
Texas residents pay an average of 15.9¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 22nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.